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The Augustana: Winter/Spring 2013

Thursday, March 14, 2013

In the Winter/Spring 2013 issue of The Augustana, we recognize those who are using their God-given gifts to stir the hearts and empower the minds of others through scientific research and the performing, visual and literary arts — and in doing so, are building the connections our world needs to develop ideas, find solutions and experience joy.

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BBC Features Research with Augustana Ties

Monday, February 11, 2013

In a recent news segment, "Dark Matter: Experiment to Shed Light on Dark Particles," BBC Science Reporter Rebecca Morelle explores research being gathered at Italy's Gran Sasso National Laboratory for the DarkSide-50 experiment, a project with ties to the Augustana Physics department.

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Augustana Society of Physics Student Chapter Recognized

Monday, February 4, 2013

Augustana's Society of Physics Student Chapter has been recognized as an “Outstanding Chapter” by the national Society of Physics Students (SPS). The honor recognizes chapters who show a commitment to community outreach and service, contributions related to student recruitment and retention, and interaction with alumni.

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Article by Senior Published in Financial History Magazine

Monday, February 4, 2013

An article by senior Sara Kohles investigating the origins of matrimonial diamond rings and the diamond industry's evolving response to changing social trends and economic pressures appears in the winter 2013 issue of Financial History, the magazine of the Museum of Finance.

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Students Named to Fall 2012 Dean's List

Friday, January 25, 2013

Augustana recognizes students named to the Dean's List for the fall semester of the 2012-2013 academic year. The Dean's List recognizes full-time students who have a minimum of 12 credit hours with grade point averages at 3.5 or above.

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Augustana Records Blood Donation No. 3,000

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Earlier this week, Augustana recorded its 3,000th donation to the Sioux Falls Community Blood Bank, a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring a safe, reliable supply of blood in Sioux Falls and the region.

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Explore. Discover. Create. Go Viking.

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

At Augustana, we believe certain individuals are called to “Go Viking.” They understand that in order to create an even better tomorrow, they must explore and discover bold concepts and important ideas today. Check out this video and learn why your decision to “Go Viking” is so significant.

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Anonymous Gift Paves the Way for Study in Belgium

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Fifteen Augustana students have been awarded scholarships to participate in "Topics in French: La Belgique: du Passé au Présent," the 2013 spring break course in Belgium. Thanks to an anonymous donation, the students will share a scholarship fund of $15,000 to help cover costs.

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Q & A With Senior Nursing Major Brandon Varilek

Thursday, January 17, 2013

"I believe that being a nursing major at Augustana presents huge benefits because of our location in Sioux Falls. The program has extraordinary connections with both Avera and Sanford, making Augustana nursing grads a high priority for hiring." Meet senior nursing major Brandon Varilek, a native of Clark, S.D. He shares how Augustana offered him the hands-on clinical experience he’ll need for his career in healthcare.

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Presenters, Authors Sought for 45th Annual Dakota Conference

Monday, January 14, 2013

The Center for Western Studies has issued a call for presenters and authors for the 45th annual Dakota Conference on the Northern Plains, to be held April 26-27. The theme for the 2013 Conference is “The Spanish Northern Plains.”

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Impact Report

Monday, January 14, 2013

The Impact Report celebrates the impact created by many through the simple act of giving to Augustana College during the 2011-12 fiscal year period (Aug. 1, 2011, through July 31, 2012).

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